7 h. ago What’s gone wrong with Darcy Moore? This clanger sums up his struggles

At least two premiership captains will have a close eye Collingwood skipper Darcy Moore’s response to his team’s loss of form, which has coincided with the absence of an underrated teammate who helps Moore be his best.

Politics

11 h. ago ‘Made money from violence against women’: Women’s groups demand AFL ditch Snoop Dogg at grand final

Groups fighting to end violence against women say the rapper is a “dangerous” choice of headline act for the pre-game entertainment.

Sport

13 h. ago Melania Trump threatens Hunter Biden with $1.5b lawsuit over ‘salacious’ Epstein claim

The first lady has demanded Biden – son of former president Joe – retract his claim that sex trafficker Jeffrey Epstein introduced her to now-President Donald Trump.

Politics

17 h. ago Australia news LIVE: Tax overhaul calls ahead of economic reform roundtable; US responds to Australia recognising Palestinian state

Read the national news blog for rolling updates on today’s top stories from Australia and around the world.

Economics

19 h. ago Men often ask me how they can be allies to women. This is my simple response

The advice is easy. Even better, it’s good fun.

Politics

29 h. ago Perth woman’s nightclub Nazi salute costs her $1000 fine and her job

Theresa Plunkett-Hill was kicked out of Connections last month by a German security guard. In response, she yelled “heil Hitler” before performing a Nazi salute three times.

Society

31 h. ago A Machete, a tomahawk and ‘polite’ intruders: Forrestfield home invasion baffles police

Two men, armed and with their faces covered, entered a 78-year-old man’s Forrestfield home, demanding cash and damaging his speedway sprint car.

Events

33 h. ago ‘Attractive, stylish, devoted to the boss’: Are fictional EAs doing more harm than good?

On screen, they are usually depicted as under-appreciated, but how do fictional executive assistants stack up against the real thing? And which version drives those in the know to distraction?

Politics

36 h. ago ‘Something good is coming’: Man Utd primed to bounce back from horror season, says Fernandes

In an exclusive interview, Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes reveals why he said no to Saudi Arabia, and why he can sense an immediate response to the club’s wretched 2024/25 season under manager Ruben Amorim.

Politics

36 h. ago ‘Masterclass on how not to run an incident response’: Runcorn train crash delays passengers

Queensland Rail said it was investigating how the truck came to be positioned on the level crossing.

Events

42 h. ago Growing up is the real nightmare in Pete Davidson’s schlocky horror show

The former Saturday Night Live star plays a graffiti artist sentenced to community service in a retirement village.

Events

43 h. ago Albanese is ignoring Trump’s demands – it will change our place in the world

The prime minister goes out of his way not to make a big deal of it and never wants to look like he’s undermining Donald Trump, but the signs of the shift are mounting.

Politics

48 h. ago Low supply, elevated demand keeps Perth house prices at record high

Cotality’s latest data has revealed Perth was only second to Darwin for dwelling value growth through July.

Politics

52 h. ago Caps on foreign players, star payments under radical Shute Shield overhaul

The controversial points system in Sydney’s premier rugby competition, which generated endless rancour among rival clubs, has been scrapped after a major review.

Politics

52 h. ago As a player, I saw two of my coaches get sacked. This is how the Melbourne players will be feeling

It can’t be compared to any of life’s real tragedies, but I know from experience that there is a grieving process players go through when the axe falls on their coach.

Sport

53 h. ago Legends DEMAND change to exploited rule: Freddy & the Eighth Ep 23

NRL Legends Brad Fittler and Andrew Johns fire up over the exploited midair tackle rule and demand changes from the NRL. The Eighth Immortal gets absolutely roasted by a 99-year-old footy fan. Plus, Canberra Raiders Hooker Tom Starling joins the show to discuss the Raiders’ premiership hopes. All that and more on Freddy & the Eighth.

Politics

56 h. ago As South Australia’s toxic bloom lingers, politicians ramp up response

The algal bloom that has devastated South Australian waters shows no signs of dissipating.

Politics

61 h. ago Victims’ Commissioner responds to LNP criticism of DVConnect helpline

Beck O’Connor has spoken out after the release of a review into DVConnect found the service was struggling to meet demand during her time as chief executive.

Events

66 h. ago Russia makes battlefield gains as Zelensky vows to keep land Putin covets

Moscow’s forces have rapidly gained ground in eastern Ukraine ahead of talks about a possible ceasefire, as Russian President Vladimir Putin demands territory in any deal with US President Donald Trump.

Politics

3 d. ago ‘Worst professional sporting ground in the nation’: But Cronulla free to host final in week one

Sharks Stadium is in desperate need of an overhaul – but the NRL is happy for the Shire venue to host a final in week one.

Sport